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Mack Pinnacle (Cxu) Recall 13V492: Power Train:Axle Hubs

NHTSA campaign 13V492, reported October 17, 2013, 1,155 vehicles potentially affected.

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Official recall notice

Safety recall 13V492Mack Trucks, Inc.
Component
POWER TRAIN:AXLE HUBS
Problem
Mack Trucks is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 CHU, CXU, GU, LEU, and MRU vehicles manufactured with pro-torque axle spindle nuts from August 28, 2012, through August 16, 2013. The pro-torque nut may not have been installed correctly, which may result in a loosening of the nut.
Risk
If the nut comes loose, the hub assembly may separate from the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Mack Trucks will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and repair the vehicles, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on November 12, 2013. Mack's recall number is SC0371. Owners may contact Mack Trucks at 1-336-393-2000.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Affected vehicles

Mack CHU20132014
Mack Granite (Gu)20132014
Mack LEU20132014
Mack MRU20132014
Mack Pinnacle (Cxu)20132014